Things to do in South Australia, Australia: The Best Sightseeing Tours

March 6, 2022 Rebbecca Marino

South Australia (abbreviated as SA) is a state in the southern central part of Australia. It covers some of the most arid parts of the country. With a total land area of 983,482 square kilometres (379,725 sq mi), it is the fourth-largest of Australia's states and territories by area, and fifth largest by population. It has a total of 1.7 million people, and its population is the most highly centralised of any state in Australia, with more than 75 percent of South Australians living in the capital, Adelaide, or its environs. Other population centres in the state are relatively small.
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1. Around the Square Adelaide Walking Tour

Adelaide Town Hall, 128 King William St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
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Join an easy-paced 2 hour small-group walking tours around Victoria Square in the city of Adelaide. The focus of this tour is on history, heritage and culture and covers not only the architecture and history of the varying buildings but also the people who have been associated with them, and the stories about Adelaide's development from colonial times to today. Most of the sites visited are public institutions, statues and monuments and tour participants, whether locals, interstate or from overseas get to experience the essence of what Adelaide is all about.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transportation to/from attractions

2. Classic Mustang Convertible Barossa Valley Half Day Private Tour For 2

30 Tanunda Rd, Nuriootpa SA 5355, Australia Barossa Unique Tours
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Turn heads and feel the wind in your hair on an exhilarating private classic 1966 Mustang Convertible tour of the Barossa Valley. Enjoy the ultimate luxury, comfort and adventure as you sample the region’s finest food, wine and sights, while enjoying the top-down experience on this customised tour.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, GST (Goods and Services Tax), Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Private tour

Exclusions: Lunch, Adelaide pick up not included but if modern Jaguar available return cost is $250. Call

Reviewed By 714mereanah

My husband and I had the absolutely pleasure of experiencing the private 3.5 hr Luxury Jaguar tour with Tony. It was amazing! Being autumn it was quite cold so the Jag was definitely the best option for us. The Jag was stylish, smooth and comfortable to ride in and Tony was easy going, knowledgeable, enthusiastic and obviously proud of showing us around his incredibly beautiful "backyard". It was quite the experience having a professional tour which included a running history commentary, door opening, bag carrying and photo opportunities to add that extra luxury flair that we didn't expect but definitely appreciated. We highly recommend this tour, so please support Tony and book now, you will not regret it. Thank you so much Tony, it was the highlight of our honeymoon.

3. Private McLaren Vale Wine Region Tour from Adelaide

2 Flinders St, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia Best Wine Tours
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Luxury new BMW 530i M Sports Series sedan is our touring vehicle, maximum 4 people only. This means your tour is exclusive, private, intimate, luxurious, engaging, which allows you to decide when and where you want to go, how long you want to stay and an option to change your itinerary at any time during the tour. Plan your own itinerary or select from a set tours; Cellar Doors, Vineyard Tours, Tourist Towns, City Highlights and activities. The choice is completely up to you. With over 35 years experience in the liquor, hospitality and travel industries tour host John is at your service. With the total price quoted covering up to 4 people Best Wine Tours are the best value for money luxury tour operators in the business.

Inclusions: Return transport in a BMW 5 series sedan, Bottled water, Snacks, Local guide, Tour escort/host, Pickup and drop-off from designated meeting points

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Lunch

Reviewed By Mark H

Our wine guide John was really friendly, knowledgeable and professional throughout the day. He left us alone when we needed to taste and was there when we needed to ask questions. Highly recommend.

4. Seal Island Boat Tour from Victor Harbor

Granite Island Road, Granite Island Rd, Victor Harbor SA 5211, Australia The Big Duck Boat Tours
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Depart from the Granite Island Causeway for an exhilarating 45-minute boat ride. Visit Seal Island to view Seals and Sea Lions as well as nesting seabirds. Then head towards Wright Island to hear the Whaling History of Encounter Bay and to search for Bottle Nosed Dolphins. Returning along Granite Island spectacular coastline to the causeway landing to complete the cruise.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Professional guide

Exclusions: Drinks, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Gratuities

Reviewed By JBDirtroader

So worth the time and money to get memories to last forever. Time went so quickly, got close to seals, sea lions, birds, dolphins, wild and rugged clifs. Tour guide (Sophie) and Master (Lachlan) were very knowledgeable and gave an interesting commentary. When we saw a wild pod of dolphins we stoped near them for so everyone could get to see them. Being a small boat everyone is move around and get to see all the sights within being crowded. We recommend this tour and will go again during ???? whale watching season.

5. McLaren Vale Luxury Wine Tour

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Book forward from 1st August 2020 and all Bookings for our Tours will be allocated to your own luxury vehicle as PRIVATE CHARTER at no extra charge. Min 2 passengers. Are you ready to experience moments that you will remember? Luxury cellar door tour of Mclaren Vale. Visit our Cellar Door with our lunch stop at the Salopian Inn. Enjoy Wines and Gin as we tour this rich wine region. Travel in luxury. CP Tours and Charters is ready to serve your every need. Have a luxury tour up to 6 passengers. We will pick you up from your Hotel at 10am and return at 6pm approx. Tours do not include Premium wine tasting experiences from wineries and this may cost extra. Lunch included at the Salopian Inn with our standard selected menu. Other options may cost extra. Arrive back in Adelaide approx 6pm

Inclusions: Standard wine fees included., Standard Wine Tasting fees are included Hotel/Motel pick up and return is included

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Reviewed By 830ta_a_k

After booking and being sceptical of how the day would go, i was blown away by the excellence of this experience. I will definitely be booking another tour with Grieg and will recommend him.

6. Coorong Highlights Cruise

1 Cutting Rd, Goolwa SA 5214, Australia Cruise The Coorong
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Cruise into the Coorong National Park, pass through locks and barrages and past the mouth of the Murray River. Along the way see a Coorong seal colony, take a guided bush tucker walk, dig for cockles. Your 2.5 -hour cruise includes morning or afternoon tea and offers spectacular scenery and the opportunity to get up-close to the native wildlife.

Inclusions: Morning or Afternoon tea, Live commentary on board, National Park fees, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By taniabC9574SX

We thoroughly enjoyed our 2.5hr highlights cruise. We loved the small group size, it felt personalised & friendly. Our guides Rupert & Jack were fun, helpful and informative. Well worth doing.

7. Adelaide Hills Day Tour. Winery Cellar Doors

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All Bookings for our Tours will be allocated to your own luxury vehicle as PRIVATE CHARTER at no extra charge. Min 2 passengers. Spend a day touring the beautiful Adelaide Hills visiting winery cellar doors and cheese tastings. Starting with our early morning visit to Penfolds first vineyard. We then travel to Udder Delights Cheese Cellar where a variety of cow milk cheese can be sampled. Udder Delights is passionate their cheese. Our next winery cellar door stop is Hahndorf Hill Winery to sample some of the Hills well respected wines. Optional ChocVino experience can be taken here and we can book ahead for you. Then it will be time for lunch at the Stanley Bridge Hotel or Woodside Hotel. Our selection of our cellar door below will vary to which we visit as some close Mondays and Tuesday but we plan for these in our schedules and bookings for the day. A good day is 4 Cellar Doors and a Lunch Stop.

Inclusions: Standard Lunch Menu is included. Standard Wine Tasting fees are included, Hotel/Motel pick up and return is included

Exclusions: Special Wine Experiences are Extra. Additional Lunch Orders are Extra

Reviewed By 830ta_a_k

After booking and being sceptical of how the day would go, i was blown away by the excellence of this experience. I will definitely be booking another tour with Grieg and will recommend him.

8. Adelaide Hills Regional / Hahndorf German Village Tour

Ambler Touring
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TOUR THE ADELAIDE HILLS, HOME OF BREATHTAKING SCENERY AND ABUNDANCE OF PREMIUM, LOCALLY CRAFTED FOOD, WINE, CIDERS AND GIN. VISIT HISTORIC GERMAN VILLAGE OF HAHNDORF.

Inclusions: Free Coffee of Tea at Red Cacao, Private transportation, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Wine Tasting Fees are applicable at some cellar doors, Lunch and drinks at own expence, Entry Fees for Other Experiences

Reviewed By annski

Fantastic tour of the Barossa Valley which included Maggie Beer's farm shop, wine tasting, great lunch at Wanera wine bar , ice cream, time at Seppeltsfield, and great commentary supplied by Roger. Perfect day to finish our holiday on the Proud Mary. Would highly recommend contacting Roger as I believe he would tailor a tour to suit your group.

9. High Tea Cruise on Popeye

Unnamed Road, North Adelaide SA 5006, Australia Popeye
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See Adelaide from the best seat in the house, by cruising along The Torrens River in the heart of the city in a heritage icon. Join us for a one and a half hour cruise along The Torrens River for an authentic High Tea experience. On the menu is a selection of finger sandwiches, scones, petit fours and a complimentary glass of South Australian champagne, beer, cider or soft drink on arrival and of course a bottomless cup or coffee or tea from T Bar’s Australiana collection. Departing The Elder Park Landing, you will be served your refreshments and given time to catch up with friends and loved ones amidst a scenic tour of The Adelaide Riverbank on our very own Adelaide icon Popeye. The cruise will take you past the Festival Center, Adelaide's SAHMRI building, beautiful parklands, Adelaide University and more. Picturesque photo opportunities are a given.

Inclusions: Unlimited Australian tea and coffee are served throughout the cruise, GST (Goods and Services Tax), A complimentary glass of champagne is served on arrival for adults, and soft drink for people younger than 18 years of age. If champagne doesn't suit, beer, wine or cider is available upon request., A full High Tea service is included, petit fours, savoury and sweet scones, tea sandwiches and mini desserts.

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Reviewed By Alexlovesaltas

We were fortunate enough to win a $50 voucher from SA Tourism and spent it on a Devonshire Tea cruise for two on the Popeye. It was wonderful! I am from Adelaide, and my partner is from out of state. Neither of us had been on the Popeye before, but now I feel so happy to have experienced it. I would definitely recommend to others for any occassion. Great Skipper, with new information and interesting, funny commentary. Also the scones we got on the Tea Cruise were plentiful and delicious!

10. The Flagship Experience - Private Lunch and Wine Tasting in Barossa Valley

273 Neldner Rd, Marananga SA 5355, Australia Two Hands Wines Cellar Door
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From the hedonistic heights of our Secret Block in the Moppa Hills to our very special Holy Grail vineyard in Seppeltsfield…..take it all in before enjoying a long lunch back at our Cellar Door, where you will taste the pinnacle of our portfolio, with a full Flagship Series tasting.

Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Private transportation, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle

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Reviewed By 53triciap

My husband and I dropped in here for a couple of wines and a share platter for lunch...we were very impressed from the moment we entered the cellar door...very professional but easy going snd super friendly service from all thr staff. The wines were very nice and the locally sourced food platter was AMAZING!!! Looking forward to returning next time we are in the area

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